Why does my Honda Pilot have intermittent air conditioning?

Why does my Honda Pilot have intermittent air conditioning?

Through additional diagnostics I discovered the a/c compressor relay was very intermittent… the root cause of my issue. A quick internet search to see if the Omron relay is available in the aftermarket led me to find the Omron relay, a Honda specific part with a reduced coil current, is known to be problematic.

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How long does it take for Honda air conditioning to cool?

The A/C works pretty well – it comes on fast and blows cold. However, after 5 – 10 minutes it stops cooling and starts blowing warm air. If I turn the A/C off, after another 5 – 10 minutes I am able to turn it on again and I can feel the compressor engage and it cools again.

What to do if your Honda AC is not working?

You may be better off going to a shop and paying for an A/C service. That costs about the same as good set of gauges anyway. At the very least, they can tell you what is wrong with the system if there is a bad part. I should also mention that the fan still comes on even when the AC isn’t on.

What should I do if my Honda Accord AC system is not working?

Clamp the refrigerant canister hose onto the low pressure intake in the AC system. If the clamp does not easily attach to the low-pressure intake, do not force it, double check that you have the OEM A/C system in your Honda Accord, and that the clamp is not damaged.

Where is the AC plug on a Honda Accord?

The owner’s manual will direct you to the location of the AC system in your Honda Accord. The low pressure plug, will have the letter L embossed on it, remove that plug and set aside for reinsertion. Figure 2. AC system under your hood. Then set the air conditioning to maximum power and lowest temperature possible. Figure 3.

Through additional diagnostics I discovered the a/c compressor relay was very intermittent… the root cause of my issue. A quick internet search to see if the Omron relay is available in the aftermarket led me to find the Omron relay, a Honda specific part with a reduced coil current, is known to be problematic.

Why does my Honda A / C not come on?

The A/C works for the first 5 minutes of the day (blows pretty cold), then doesn’t come on again. When the A/C works for that first five minutes, the clutch engages (no weird sounds) and the cooling fan is on. I don’t have a manifold, but the high pressure side of my system reads about 180lb with the gauge attached to a recharge can.

Where is the fan blower motor on my AC?

All fuses good all relays good. The fan blower for your ac/heater is located under the glovebox. Take your hand and smack the fan blower motor a few times. That’s all it took for for mine to start working again. It’s been working for over 6 month’s now!

Why is my AC not blowing air through the vents?

The ac/heat worked great until a couple days ago. I noticed the fan was not blowing any air through the vents. Then all of a sudden it started blowing full blast, while the recirc, ac, rear defrost button lights all came on and were flashing…then it all turned off.

Are there any electrical problems with a Honda Pilot?

Calibration is not available in Honda Digital System. At least I was told so. Some other brands has it. A/C got worse at handling summer heat. Dealer ran dye, no leaks, but the system was low on “freon”, probably from factory (?) Repaired under warranty. 2nd time in 14 months that the AC lost all of its charge.

Why does my AC blower motor work intermittently?

Intermittent electrical problems can make you feel like your a blind man trying to catch a stray dog. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address.

All fuses good all relays good. The fan blower for your ac/heater is located under the glovebox. Take your hand and smack the fan blower motor a few times. That’s all it took for for mine to start working again. It’s been working for over 6 month’s now!

What causes a bad or failing blower motor relay?

Blown fuses. One of the first symptoms of a bad or failing AC blower motor relay is a blown AC blower motor relay circuit fuse. If the blower motor relay develops any sort of problem that hinders its ability to properly limit and distribute power, it may cause the blower motor fuse to blow. Any sort of electrical spikes or excessive current…

Where is the vent relief valve on a Honda Pilot?

Going to buy a new relay. Also note. Look under the truck at the front air shroud under the bumper. There is a plastic door in the shroud 4×7 inches or so. Open it up can you can them see the bottom of the AC compressor and vent relief valve. If your system over pressurized it may vent oil out this valve..

What kind of Relay does a Honda Pilot use?

Honda is replacing it with a Mitsuba relay. There are 5 of the Omron relays in the under hood fuse-relay box. They control: I hope this bit of information will help anyone who finds themselves with a malfunctioning a/c system.

Why does my Honda Pilot not have air conditioning?

Parts Manager at Brantford Honda did not even have to look up the part – knew it right away. Must be happening all the time. Said it fails due to the heat of the engine compartment and the AC clutch relay is closest to the engine of the bunch in the housing.

Honda is replacing it with a Mitsuba relay. There are 5 of the Omron relays in the under hood fuse-relay box. They control: I hope this bit of information will help anyone who finds themselves with a malfunctioning a/c system.

Going to buy a new relay. Also note. Look under the truck at the front air shroud under the bumper. There is a plastic door in the shroud 4×7 inches or so. Open it up can you can them see the bottom of the AC compressor and vent relief valve. If your system over pressurized it may vent oil out this valve..

Why is my AC not working on my Silverado?

When I turn on AC, both sides will blow cold for a few minutes and if I hit a small bump in the road, the driver’s side will turn to extremely hot heat and I have to turn off the engine to reset it and it goes back to cold air until I hit another bump in the road.

What kind of car is a 2004 Honda Pilot ex?

Description: Used 2004 Honda Pilot EX with AWD/4WD, Rear Bench Seats, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Third-row seating, Auto Climate Control. Great Deal! Accident History: This vehicle has 0 reported accidents. Number of Previous Owners: This vehicle has 1 reported owner. Usage Type: This vehicle was used by an individual.

How much does a 2004 Honda Pilot cost?

Used 2004 Honda Pilot EX-L Sport Utility 4D Prices | Kelley Blue Book See pricing for the Used 2004 Honda Pilot EX-L Sport Utility 4D. Get KBB Fair Purchase Price, MSRP, and dealer invoice price for the 2004 Honda Pilot EX-L Sport Utility 4D.

Are there any recalls on the 2004 Honda Pilot?

Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system. The 2004 Honda Pilot has been recalled 13 times by NHTSA. View Recalls

Why do I hear a soft scrubbing noise when driving?

When driving I keep hearing a sort of soft scrubbing noise coming from the driver’s side front tire. Ive taken it to a local transmission shop and after driving it they said they didn’t notice anything, but I am sure there is an issue in the works and I’m trying desperately to head it off.

Can a Mitsuba relay be used on a Honda Pilot?

A quick internet search to see if the Omron relay is available in the aftermarket led me to find the Omron relay, a Honda specific part with a reduced coil current, is known to be problematic. Honda is replacing it with a Mitsuba relay.

Why is my front tire making a rubbing noise?

The tread on the tire looks fine, I know it’s not scrubbing the wheel well, and it has brand new strut assemblies, including mounts, springs, and insulators, on the front end (the noise was there before replacing then with no change afterwards).

When driving I keep hearing a sort of soft scrubbing noise coming from the driver’s side front tire. Ive taken it to a local transmission shop and after driving it they said they didn’t notice anything, but I am sure there is an issue in the works and I’m trying desperately to head it off.

What makes the warning chime at intermittent times while driving?

The temperate gauge indicates overheating in stop/go traffic and has stalled a few times when idle. Oil is low could this be it? The first thing to do is to make sure the oil and coolant are filled up to prevent any engine damage. The problem may be caused by low oil but only if engine is oreal low on oil. The coolant…

The tread on the tire looks fine, I know it’s not scrubbing the wheel well, and it has brand new strut assemblies, including mounts, springs, and insulators, on the front end (the noise was there before replacing then with no change afterwards).

Why does my car make a thumping noise when I leave the car?

Especially in cars parked outdoors, rust can build up overnight on the rotor around the impression of the pad, causing a thumping or squealing when you drive the car away in the morning. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV’s watch history and influence TV recommendations.